Facial Modeller (DNEG VFX)

Job description

Facial Modellers at DNEG focus on creating highly accurate digital likenesses and expressive facial asset systems for world-class VFX and TV projects. You will work closely with texture, shader, look-development and rigging teams to deliver hero-quality assets that hold up in extreme close-ups, LED volumes, high-resolution formats and next-generation real-time workflows. Must Haves: - Demonstrated ability to create accurate digital likenesses in neutral and FACS expressions. - Strong understanding of facial anatomy, expression mechanics and muscle systems. - A very keen eye for detail - Excellent spatial awareness and a refined sense of form, proportion and silhouette. - Expert knowledge of polygon/sub-D modelling in Maya with an ability to quickly learn proprietary tools. - A working knowledge of packages such as Mudbox or Z-brush - Ability to produce clean, animation-friendly topology and efficient UV layouts. - Understanding of how model detail translates into displacement workflows, shaders and material look-development. - Ability to objectively assess likeness accuracy and iterate quickly according to feedback. Nice to Have: - A working knowledge of Linux - Experience working...